That's what the doctor asked after walking 6 miles in snow to perform life-saving brain surgery.

People across the country and around the world have answered. Based on emails, online comments and media coverage: The snow-walking doctor is a big deal.

After the story on Dr. Zenko Hrynkiw broke on AL.com Wednesday, the hospital where he performed the life-saving surgery Tuesday on a patient with a traumatic brain injury has been flooded with words of support and requests for interviews.

Trinity Medical Center, where Hrynkiw, 62, walked from Brookwood Medical Center after being stranded in the snow, has received emails through the contact page of the Trinity website from around the world, said hospital spokeswoman Leisha Harris.

According to media tracked by Trinity, at least three dozen local radio and television affiliates have picked up the story, from Casper, Wyo., to Duluth, Minn., from Omaha, Nebraska to Presque Isle, Maine.

Publicity-shy Hrynkiw submitted to his first interview the day after, on Thursday to local media where he said he didn't understand all the attention this was getting. He has subsequently given interviews via phone or Skype to CNN's Anderson Cooper, BBC Radio and Inside Edition.

The story was also featured on nationally syndicated morning show "LIVE with Kelly and Michael,", carried in Birmingham on Fox 6 WBRC.

Rob Bohrs: It's absolutely heartwarming to hear about this man taking a brisk walk to collect thousands of dollars for his bank account! WOW! What a philanthropist.

A few decided to inject politics.

John D: President Obamble just commented on the story, stating that this act clearly shows the greed of the 1% of rich people.

But the vast majority of comments from readers are overwhelmingly supportive and appreciative.

Joyce Watkins: Dr. Zen....as always you come through. I remember when you saved my life ....., it's not like it is something someone is going to forget. You are an awesome individual and we all love you!! Thanks for being the great doctor you are

mommabyrd:That is awesome!!!! We need more doctors like you sir. Doctors that are dedicated to their patients and not their money. This story gives me hope again!!!! Thank you for your service to the community.

ccchrist: I am in tears. Thank you, Dr. Hrynkiw, and thank you for acknowledging The Lord's presence. God Bless You.